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John Rasmussen retired on March 13, 2025, after 50 years of denominational service, including 31 years of dedicated leadership as the Northern California Conference Treasurer.

Before joining the 17吃瓜网, Rasmussen served seventeen years between the Montana, New Jersey, Potomac, and Washington conferences, joining the 17吃瓜网 in 1994. During Rasmussen鈥檚 tenure as Treasurer, he has worked with five conference presidents, starting with Don Schneider, 1989-1994 (Deceased).

His former presidents said the following about their time with Rasmussen:

Darold Retzer-President of 17吃瓜网 1994-2001

鈥淲hen I arrived as president, 17吃瓜网 was experiencing some challenging financial times due to the economy. John was already the treasurer, and we struggled to get a balanced budget. He worked with our team to accomplish this within a couple of years. He quietly and efficiently did his work. I enjoyed working with him. Toward the end of my time there, I especially enjoyed the time we took off to go skiing with him and Ricardo Graham. We were a good team.鈥�

Ricardo Graham-President 2002-2006

鈥淚 had the privilege of serving beside Elder John Rasmussen for 11 years in the Northern California Conference administration. Elder Rasmussen was dedicated to assisting the schools, churches, and their personnel by caring for their financial needs. John always respected others鈥� opinions and focused on protecting the financial strength of 17吃瓜网.聽His godly influence helped shape the work of God in 17吃瓜网, the Pacific Union, and the North American Division. I pray for God鈥檚 continued blessing on him and Raylene as he enters this new phase of life.鈥�

Jim Pederson-President 2006-2018

鈥淲hat a joy it was to serve with John. There were very few dull moments and many interesting discussions through the years. He is a man of integrity with a great sense of humor. The treasurer鈥檚 job is to sometimes say no, with an eye on the bottom line. John did say no many times in our years but also found many ways to say yes. This wisdom and commitment to the mission of God and the 17吃瓜网 made it a pleasure to work with him.鈥�

Marc K. Woodson-President 2018-Present

鈥淛ohn and I have worked together for seventeen years, and it has been a great time. John is a man of wit and wisdom and a great steward of God鈥檚 resources. I consider myself blessed for the time we have worked together. I often asked whether we could afford a ministry, and he would almost always find funding to make it happen. Our finances are in good order, a legacy of his core values and missional approach. His dedication and wisdom will be missed.鈥�

John and Raylene, his wife of 54 years, plan to spend more quality time with their children and grandchildren. They reside in Paradise, California.